First Derivative is driven by people, data, and technology, unlocking the value of insight, hindsight, and foresight to drive organizations forward. Counting many of the world's leading investment banks as clients, we help our clients navigate the data-driven, digital revolution that is transforming the financial services sector. Our global teams span across 15 offices serving clients across EMEA, North America and APAC.
As an EPAM Systems, Inc. (NYSE: EPAM) company, a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services, we deliver advanced financial services solutions by empowering operational insights, driving innovation, and enabling more effective risk management in an increasingly data-centric world. Together with EPAM, we combine deep industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients stay ahead in a rapidly evolving financial landscape, offering comprehensive solutions that drive business transformation and sustainable growth.
We are seeking a Lead .NET Developer to join our technology and business consulting team.
You will guide engineering efforts, develop robust software solutions, and collaborate closely with business analysts and project managers to meet client needs. Your expertise in AWS and infrastructure automation will be critical to the success of our projects. Join us to contribute your skills in a collaborative environment and advance your career in a dynamic setting.
Responsibilities
Mentor other engineers in the team, whilst ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines
Design, develop, and maintain software, ensuring seamless integration and performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Business Analysts (BAs) and Project Managers (PMs), to gather and refine requirements
Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS CDK with Python to automate deployment and management of cloud resources
Ensure high-quality code through automated testing, particularly unit testing, and maintain a strong emphasis on code quality and complexity
Oversee the implementation and management of CI/CD pipelines to streamline the software development lifecycle
Monitor system performance, identify issues, and implement solutions to ensure high availability and performance
Ensure security best practices are followed and implement necessary measures to protect cloud infrastructure and applications
Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to an agile mindset within the team
Maintain detailed documentation of code, processes, and system configurations
Requirements
At least 5 years of experience as a .NET Engineer, preferably in the finance sector
Strong understanding of AWS services and hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), particularly using AWS CDK in Python
Experience with Entity Framework (or other CRMs) is beneficial
Experience designing and building systems using a contract-first methodology is beneficial
Experience with writing tests or scripts in Python is beneficial
Demonstrated experience with automated testing frameworks and a solid understanding of unit testing principles
Experience working in agile environments and a strong agile mindset
Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure without being distracted by complexity
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively
Leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders
Passion for code quality and a commitment to maintaining high standards of software development
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Fluent in back-end development using .NET
Strong understanding of microservices architecture in cloud environments
Strong grasp of database design and experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases
Competent in using Docker for containerisation
Familiarity with Kubernetes, relying on the DevOps Engineer for orchestration
Proficiency in using Git for version control and JIRA for backlog management
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools
Ability to write clear and concise documentation
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required
We offer
Private Healthcare Package
Pension
Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced Maternity policy
Group Life Protection Benefit
Give as You Earn
Cycle to Work Scheme
Employee Referral Bonus Scheme
Diversity Networks
Access to a range of skills and certifications